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Are you a good friend? James Avramenko (comedian, writer) wants to know. Every week James interviews guests from across the internet to discuss what it means to be a friend, what does community mean, and how can we build stronger connections to ourselves and each other. Friendless is an engaging and honest look at connection, intimacy, and self-compassion in the digital age. Fun and safety sweeties!
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Friendless

Friendless

Are you a good friend? James Avramenko (comedian, writer) wants to know. Every week James interviews guests from across the internet to discuss what it means to be a friend, what does community mean, and how can we build stronger connections to ourselves and each other.
Friendless is an engaging and honest look at connection, intimacy, and self-compassion in the digital age.
Fun and safety sweeties!

Recent Episodes

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I'm Not at Capacity, I Just Don't Want To (Solo)
Aug. 6, 2025

I'm Not at Capacity, I Just Don't Want To (Solo)

In this solo episode, James Avramenko returns from a short break to unpack a whirlwind of thoughts, feelings, and cultural critiques. From creative burnout and refusing the algorithm grind, to the power (and misuse) of the wo...
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I'm Not at Capacity, I Just Don't Want To (Solo)
Aug. 6, 2025

I'm Not at Capacity, I Just Don't Want To (Solo)

In this solo episode, James Avramenko returns from a short break to unpack a whirlwind of thoughts, feelings, and cultural critiques. From creative burnout and refusing the algorithm grind, to the power (and misuse) of the wo...
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Considering the Lobster (with special guest Tessa Irwin)
July 15, 2025

Considering the Lobster (with special guest Tessa Irwin)

On this very special episode of Friendless, host James Avramenko sits down with his longtime friend Tessa Irwin, an assistant director with a decade of experience in the Canadian film industry. Together, they dive into the hi...
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The Liberating Power of Play (with special guest Nicole Thompson)
July 8, 2025

The Liberating Power of Play (with special guest Nicole Thompson)

In this very special episode of "Friendless," host James Avramenko sits down with the dynamic Nicole Thompson—psychotherapist, pleasure activist, and host of Modern Anarchy—for a wide-ranging conversation on the intersections...
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The Seroquel is kicking in (reflections on June)
June 25, 2025

The Seroquel is kicking in (reflections on June)

This week on a very special episode of Friendless, host James Avramenko brings you a reflective episode from his bed, touching on various themes such as the June wrap-up, the struggle to balance awareness of current events, a...
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The Monkey Made Me Do It (with special guest Trevor Hinton)
June 17, 2025

The Monkey Made Me Do It (with special guest Trevor Hinton)

In this very special episode of Friendless, host James Avramenko reconnects with his long-time friend and former theater colleague, Trevor Hinton. Despite the years and distance apart, their profound conversation delves into ...
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Recent Blog Posts

Have you been a good friend?
May 31, 2023

Have you been a good friend?

What makes a good friend? This has been the core question of my ongoing podcast (read: freelance sociology project) “Friendless”. Lately, however, I’ve been re-examining the philosophy behind this question. There are themes that …

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About the Host

James Avramenko

James Avramenko is the creator and host of Friendless. He is a multi-disciplinary artist, working in publishing, theatre, visual, and audio mediums. His work has been published in Geist, SledgeHammer Lit, and Monster Monthly. He dreams of someday writing movie novelizations.